Technical Agronomy Internship

September 3 2024
Industries Chemistry
Categories Food processing, Agronomy
Guelph, ON • Full time

Now hiring! Technical Agronomy Intern

Contract Duration: 4 months (Summer)

London, ON

Wage: $22 - $30 / hour

We are looking for a Technical Agronomy Intern to join our AP team in London, ON.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF's Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As a Technical Agronomy Intern, you create chemistry by...

  • Organizing and helping manage a variety of large-scale trials including canola hybrids (InVigor Demonstration Strip Trials), seed treatment, fungicide and herbicide trials with Growers. This Involves activities such as seeding, spraying and harvest operations with the InVigor Demonstration Strip Trial program.
  • Conducting evaluations throughout the season including but not limited to: Plant vigor, plant count measurement in the InVigor Demonstration Strip Trials.
  • Conducting efficacy assessments with Seed Treatment, Herbicide and Fungicide trials.
  • Taking part in and help set up customer tours and presentations.
  • Being part of the operation of ATV and pull behind sprayer.
  • Being reesponsible for transportation of equipment from site to site.
  • Completing and pesenting on a Demand Creation/Research project before peers and senior leaders within BASF.
  • Having professional and direct interaction with grower and retail stakeholders.

If you have...

  • Current enrollment in an agriculture science or related degree program.
  • Interest in agronomy.
  • High level of enthusiasm and strong communication skills.
  • Strong commitment to learn and gain experience in agronomy.
  • Mobility to travel within your assigned region, manage your own schedule and work independently in pursuit of team goals.
  • Valid drivers' licence required.
  • Experience with the operation of farm equipment and sprayers is an asset.

About us

As the world's leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2024 as one of Canada's Top Employers for tenth consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the eleventh year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

Privacy Statement

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request personal or financial information of any kind via either text message or direct message on any social media platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never offer a candidate a position and request a cheque for equipment or any other type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact ta-canada@basf.com with the subject line "Recruitment Accommodation Request".

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